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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

ARIZONA THEFT LAWS | CRIMINAL DEFENSE 2
The Law Office of James Novak Team

CRIMINAL ATTORNEYS GILBERT, AZ “Retaining an experienced Gilbert AZ theft defense Attorney or criminal lawyer who defends theft charges in Gilbert frequently can mean the difference between getting an Arizona theft crime conviction with harsh punishments or sentencing, or getting leniency, reduced charges or a getting a complete dismissal of your theft charges”. Theft Charges…

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How Good Criminal Lawyers Defend Resisting Arrest Charges in Scottsdale
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Scottsdale Criminal Defense | Criminal Rights A good Scottsdale criminal defense lawyer will gather evidence, interview or depose witnesses and the police, look for weaknesses and flaws in the prosecution’s case their witness statements or evidence, determine if there were any violations of your constitutional rights occurred, and build a strong defense case in an…

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CHANDLER FELONY DRUG LAWYER
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Drug Sales Laws | Drug Sales Attorney Chandler Good criminal defense lawyers, who defend drug charges frequently in Chandler AZ, know how to challenge the evidence, utilize defenses, protect your constitutional rights and get the best possible outcome in your drug sales charges. If you have been arrested in Chandler AZ for drug sales charges…

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Unlawful Discharge of Firearm | Criminal Defense Phoenix AZ
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Phoenix Criminal Attorneys Unlawful Discharge of Firearm Charges Phoenix AZ Violations of this law, if convicted are harsh. If you have been charged or arrested for discharging a firearm unlawfully within any city limits in Arizona then you should consult with an Arizona criminal attorney who has the experience in defending these types of criminal…

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CHANDLER THEFT LAWS | CRIMINAL DEFENSE
The Law Office of James Novak Team

CHANDLER CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS “Retaining a good Chandler AZ theft defense Attorney or criminal lawyer who defends theft charges in Chandler frequently can mean the difference between getting an Arizona theft crime conviction with harsh punishments or sentencing, or getting leniency, reduced charges or a getting a complete dismissal of your theft charges”. Chandler Theft…

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Arizona Marijuana DUI Laws | Medical Marijuana DUI
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Arizona Marijuana DUI Defense The passing of Medical Marijuana Prop 203 does not affect Arizona’s Drug DUI laws. The fact that you may be a qualified card holder to use Marijuana (pot, weed, grass, cannabis) does not give you immunity against the strict Arizona DUI laws. If you are stopped by the police and determined…

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7 SECRETS THE MARICIOPA COUNTY PROSECUTER DOESN’T WANT YOU TO KNOW!
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Article by: James Novak, Maricopa County DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney 1) You may find the Maricopa Prosecutor very professional and polite. But if you were arrested or charged with a crime, remember, their job is to convict you. That is what they get paid to do. 2) If you choose to defend yourself without…

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Arizona Medical Marijuana Prop 203 Passes – Answers to What Now?
The Law Office of James Novak Team

News Article by: James Novak, Arizona DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney You have heard by now that after the last vote was counted Arizona voters said “yes” to Prop 203, The Arizona Medical Marijuana Act, joining 14 other states in the USA. The measure approves legalizing medical marijuana (pot, weed, cannabis). Here’s brief summation of…

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Arizona Laws – Voting Laws – What Triggers an Automatic Recount?
The Law Office of James Novak Team

News Article By: James Novak, Arizona Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyer Once Arizona vote counting is completed, a race is not always over. Arizona has laws that trigger an automatic recount. These situations are outlined specifically in A.R.S. 16-661 section 4. The law reads as follows: “A.R.S. 16-661. Automatic recount; requirements; exemption A. A recount…

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Grand Jury Indictments Phoenix AZ
The Law Office of James Novak Team

By: James Novak, Phoenix DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyer What is a Phoenix Grand Jury Indictment? Phoenix Felony criminal charges require a finding of probable cause. In some cases, probable cause is found by a grand jury. A grand jury is a group of fifteen citizens who are presented evidence by a prosecutor. The grand…

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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Arizona Supreme Court Expands Bedroom Self-Defense Rights In Shared Homes You can assert self-defense from inside a locked bedroom, even when the person trying to come through the door entered the home as a guest of a...

Arizona Appeals Court Ruling in McNulty Highlights Importance of Trial Record in Criminal Defense A recent decision from the Arizona Court of Appeals highlights how the outcome of an appeal often depends on what was preserved in the trial court...

Arizona Court Orders Resentencing After Trial Judge Misses Critical Record Review A recent Arizona Court of Appeals opinion demonstrates how a single procedural mistake during sentencing can result in a complete reversal. When a...

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